How to get to Liverpool from Chester-le-Street

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Compare train and coach for Chester-le-Street to Liverpool

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chester-le-Street to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 5m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, while a train costs an average of £45.

Distance: 185 km

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Compare ways to travel from Chester-le-Street to Liverpool

Compare the available ways to get from Chester-le-Street to Liverpool, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Chester-le-Street to Liverpool is a coach with an average price of £19.

This is compared to other travel options from Chester-le-Street to Liverpool:

A coach is £27 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Chester-le-Street to Liverpool costing on average £45.

The fastest way to travel from Chester-le-Street to Liverpool is by train with an average journey time of 4h 5m.

Other travel options to Liverpool take longer:

Coach takes on average 5h 50m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Chester-le-Street and Liverpool including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £45 compared to roughly £39 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£6. The journey takes 3h 35m versus 3h 3m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Chester-le-Street to Liverpool

How to get to Liverpool from Chester-le-Street by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Chester-le-Street to Liverpool is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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Best day trips from Liverpool by ferry

The most popular day trips by ferry from Liverpool are Belfast, Manchester, Chester, Douglas and Birmingham. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Liverpool on Omio.

A view of Belfast

Day trip from Liverpool to Belfast by ferry

Why visit Belfast for the day?

Belfast is best known for its shipbuilding past and the story of the Titanic. It blends Victorian streets, political history and a lively arts and pub scene in a compact setting.

A view of Manchester

Day trip from Liverpool to Manchester by ferry

Why visit Manchester for the day?

Manchester is known for its industrial heritage, influential music and deep football culture. Red-brick canalside areas, major museums and lively nightlife give it an energetic northern character.

A view of Chester

Day trip from Liverpool to Chester by ferry

Why visit Chester for the day?

Chester is known for its Roman walls, medieval streets and the distinctive black-and-white Rows. Compact and walkable, it blends deep history with a relaxed riverside setting and a lively city centre.

A view of Birmingham

Day trip from Liverpool to Birmingham by ferry

Why visit Birmingham for the day?

Birmingham is known for its industrial past, canal network and diverse food scene. It combines major shopping and cultural landmarks with lively neighbourhoods shaped by manufacturing, music and modern city life.

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FAQs: Chester-le-Street to Liverpool

Travel to Liverpool easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Chester-le-Street to Liverpool.

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There are 2 options to travel between Chester-le-Street and Liverpool including taking a train and coach.
The cheapest way to travel from Chester-le-Street to Liverpool is a coach with an average price of £19.

This is compared to other travel options from Chester-le-Street to Liverpool:

A coach is £27 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Chester-le-Street to Liverpool costing on average £45.

The fastest way to travel from Chester-le-Street to Liverpool is by train with an average journey time of 4h 5m.

Other travel options to Liverpool take longer:

Coach takes on average 5h 50m.

The Chester-le-Street to Liverpool distance is approximately 185 km.
The average frequency per day from Chester-le-Street to Liverpool is:
  • Around 8 coaches per day.
  • Around 1 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Chester-le-Street and Liverpool as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Chester-le-Street to Liverpool:
  • Trains mostly depart from Chester-Le-Street (CLS) and arrive in Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
  • Coaches mostly depart from Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street and arrive in Liverpool, Liverpool One.
  • Ferries mostly depart from Heysham and arrive in Douglas.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Chester-le-Street to Liverpool, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Liverpool by coach.
  • Travel with Transpennine Express to go to Liverpool by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Chester-le-Street to Liverpool with the following travel companies:
  • 4 direct coaches per day with FlixBus.
  • 1 direct trains per day with Transpennine Express.
Omio customers who travel from Chester-le-Street to Liverpool often also extend their vacation to go to London, Manchester, Edinburgh, Dublin, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Liverpool and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Chester-le-Street to Liverpool, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
In Liverpool, explore the vibrant Baltic Triangle, take a scenic ferry across the Mersey River, and visit the Walker Art Gallery. Enjoy performances at the Liverpool Empire Theatre and delve into the city's heritage at the Museum of Liverpool. Discover top sights like The Beatles Story, Royal Albert Dock, Liverpool Cathedral, Anfield Stadium, and St George's Hall.
Three days in Liverpool is typically sufficient to explore its main attractions, such as the Royal Albert Dock, The Beatles Story, and the Liverpool Cathedral, while also enjoying the vibrant local culture.

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